Gogglebox stars Mica and Marcus have thanked fans and friends after a sad family death saw an outpouring of support. The couple, who have been on the show since 2018, both wrote emotional messages on social media with Mica Ven sending a heartfelt message to those 'trying to stay afloat' after suffering a death in the family.
The Channel 4 regular, who appears on the hit show with long-term partner Marcus Luther, shared a post with her thousands of followers earlier this week. The post contained a photo of a swan swimming in crystal clear waters as well as quotes such as "strong people break too" and "friends that understand your anti-social phases are important".
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Gym owner Marcus was the one to share the sad news of their loss on his Instagram page.
"As most of you may already know, I have had a bereavement in my family," he revealed. "As a result, the gym will be closed today. Both children and adult sessions are cancelled whilst my family celebrate the life of our loved one."
Mica added on her Instagram: ""Don’t mind me cos I’m not staying long, Just thought I’d come on to send love to my fellow Swans who are also outere gliding majestically across the water while your feet paddle like hell to stay afloat. You got this." She went on: "To everyone that has sent love, prayers, concern, well wishes and condolences to our family, on behalf of Marky & I we thank you @therealmarcusluther."
Mica and Marcus have become a much-loved couple on Gogglebox having joined from their sofa in 2018 during its 11th series. They were originally joined by Mica's two daughters Sachelle and Shuggy, but the girls decided to opt out in more recent series with Mica and Marcus keeping up with filming.
Gogglebox continues on Friday, 9pm, on Channel 4
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